hail

B2
Pronunciation
/heɪl/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Balls or pieces of ice falling as precipitation, often in connection with a thunderstorm.

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

Of hail, to fall from the sky.

Example Sentences
  • They say it's going to hail tomorrow.
2 Definition

To send or release hail.

Example Sentences
  • The cloud would hail down furiously within a few minutes.
3 Definition

To pour down in rapid succession.

4 Definition

To greet; give salutation to; salute.

5 Definition

To name; to designate; to call.

Example Sentences
  • He was hailed as a hero.
6 Definition

To call out loudly in order to gain the attention of

Example Sentences
  • Hail a taxi.
7 Definition

To signal in order to initiate communication with.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Healthy, whole, safe.